Sausage Gnocchi Soup
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Sausage Gnocchi Soup
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This Sausage Gnocchi Soup is everything you love about Olive Garden’s famous Zuppa Toscana but with a twist! Instead of potatoes, we’re using pillowy soft gnocchi that soak up all the rich, savory flavors of the creamy broth. Made with Italian sausage, tender gnocchi, fresh kale, and a dash of cream, this hearty soup is the perfect comfort food.
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Ingredients
- 1 to 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion (diced)
- 2 garlic cloves (finely diced)
- 1 lb Italian sausage
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 6 bacon slices (cooked until crispy)
- 28 to 32 ounces chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 2 cups baby kale (finely chopped into small pieces)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 lb. gnocchi
- 3/4 cup Parmesan Cheese (divided)
- salt (to taste)
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium-high heat and add oil, onion, garlic, and red chili flakes. Let cook for 1 minute. Add sausage and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove sausage and onions and place on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Add bacon and cook until crispy --according to package instructions. Remove from pan and set aside. Once bacon is cool enough to touch, crumble or cut into bite-size pieces.
- Add chicken broth and pepper to the pot and bring to a boil. Once it comes to a boil, reduce to medium-low heat. Stir in sausage mixture. Cook for 15 minutes.
- Add finely diced kale and continue to cook for 5-10 more minutes
- Stir in heavy cream, gnocchi, and 1/2 cup of parmesan cheese. Heat for 5 minutes. Stir in crumbled bacon, reserving some for garnish. The gnocchi should be pillowy soft. Stir often to ensure the gnocchi aren't sticking together
- Serve warm topped with the remaining 1/4 cup of parmesan cheese. Sprinkle with remaining bacon. Taste for seasoning and add more salt and pepper, if needed.
Notes
- Yes! Frozen gnocchi works perfectly fine in this soup. Just add them directly to the simmering broth without thawing and cook for a minute or two longer than fresh gnocchi.
- Absolutely! This soup can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. The flavors will deepen as it sits. However, the gnocchi might absorb some of the broth, so you may need to add a little extra broth when reheating.
- For a lighter version, you can use turkey sausage instead of pork and substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half. You can also add extra veggies like spinach, zucchini, or carrots to increase the nutrient content.
- This soup is hearty on its own but serving it with soft homemade French bread, homemade dinner rolls or easy garlic cheese bread is always a great idea! You can also pair it with a simple garden salad for a lighter meal.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
442kcal
(22%)
Carbohydrates
32g
(11%)
Protein
13g
(26%)
Fat
30g
(46%)
Saturated Fat
15g
(75%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
10g
Trans Fat
0.03g
Cholesterol
70mg
(23%)
Sodium
1111mg
(46%)
Potassium
189mg
(5%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
1443IU
(29%)
Vitamin C
9mg
(10%)
Calcium
223mg
(22%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 442 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 442kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 32g | 11% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 30g | 46% |
| Saturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 70mg | 23% |
| Sodium | 1111mg | 46% |
| Potassium | 189mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 1443IU | 29% |
| Vitamin C | 9mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 223mg | 22% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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15 reviews
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